Wilderness

Wilderness

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act, Everglades National Park and its partners proudly hosted the Everglades Wilderness Writing Expedition! This program engaged 10 aspiring writers and journalists, ages 18-25, on an exploration of wilderness, self-discovery and environmental writing. These aspiring writers embarked on the journey of a lifetime to discover the beauty and complexity of the Everglades wilderness.

Project Timeline


Everglades Wilderness Writing Expedition
Ø  Aug 24, 2014 – Three week application period opens
Ø  Sept 14, 2014 – Last day to apply!
Ø  September 20/21- Applicants will be notified of the application status

Ø  October 2, 2014 - “Meet the Winners” public reception at Fairchild Tropical Gardens from 7pm- 9pm. RSVP to Everglades National Park at 305-242-7700.


Ø  Oct 11, 2014- Wilderness writing day trips into Everglades National Park. (for selected participants)
Ø  Oct 18, 2014- Wilderness writing day trips into Everglades National Park. (for selected participants)
Ø  Oct 24, 2014- Wilderness writing day trips into Everglades National Park. (for selected participants) 
Ø  October 31 – Nov 3, 2014- Everglades Wilderness Writing Expedition  


Ø  Nov 13, 2014  Post Expedition Public Panel discussion  – At Florida International University Biscayne Campus, from 4pm- 6pm
Ø  December 15 - January 30- Wilderness Writing Expedition Art Exhibit at the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center in Everglades National Park.  

For more information on these events please contact Everglades National Park at 305-242-7700

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